Ginger Info for Diabetic Patients.

Over seven percent of South African adults now live with diabetes. Unfortunately, those numbers continue to rise. Although diabetes can be tough to live with, imbalanced blood sugar is just the beginning for those who do not actively improve their health, as diabetics increase their risk of a heart attack, stroke and cancer.

For years, researchers have tested a range of natural compounds, looking for a way to effectively treat diabetic patients and, hopefully, one day cure this condition. Whether you currently have diabetes or would simply like to improve your health, ginger has now been shown to better control fluctuating blood sugar levels.

One Study, all of the participants had been living with type 2 diabetes for a minimum of ten years. Each day, these individuals were either given a placebo or a one-gram capsule of ginger powder. After eight weeks, those who took the ginger experienced a significant decrease in blood sugar.

Researchers aren’t exactly sure how ginger works to lower blood sugar, but they believe it may involve a specific enzyme. When consuming ginger, you inhibit this enzyme known as hepatic phosphorylase, which normally breaks down glycogen, or stored glucose. For those who take blood thinners, please speak with your doctor before trying this tonic.

Make your own: 

• 1 3-inch piece of ginger
• Cinnamon stick

Combine ginger with the cinnamon stick. Boil for two to three minutes, allowing to steep until cool. Drink two to three times daily.

Memory and Attention

Brain and Mental Health

Ginger has traditionally been used to treat memory loss and dementia. Research shows it enhances a wide variety of other cognitive functions besides memory. When healthy middle-aged adults were given dried ginger supplements, they showed improvements in working memory, reaction time, and attention.Ginger may even protect the brain against Alzheimer’s disease. Bioactive compounds found in ginger increase activity of Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in learning and memory.

 Ginger Increase Brain Levels of important Neurotransmitters

Neurotransmitters are chemicals used by brain cells to communicate with each other.They control your ability to focus, concentrate, and remember, and regulate mood, cravings, addictions, sleep, and more.Ginger increases levels of these important brain chemicals, including dopamine and serotonin. Dopamine is considered the “motivation molecule” that helps you get focused and be productive.It’s also in charge of your pleasure-reward system.Serotonin is your “happiness molecule” that is critical for keeping up a positive mood.

Ginger’s many antioxidants protect the brain from free radical damage.

Free radicals are unattached oxygen molecules that are a natural byproduct of metabolism, but overproduction leads to inflammation, premature cell aging, and can even damage cells down to the level of their DNA.The brain is particularly susceptible to free radical damage since it uses a lot of oxygen.Free radicals are caused by everyday occurrences such as stress, lack of sleep, grilled meat, fried food, air pollution, and radiation from your cell phone and computer.

Ginger is rich in two groups of antioxidants, shaogals, and gingerols, that safeguard the brain from damaging free radicals.The antioxidants in ginger also protect the brain from damage and improve memory loss after a stroke.Ginger shields the brain against the neurotoxic food additive monosodium glutamate (MSG). Another way ginger enhances brain health is by protecting important glial cells. Glial cells help protect neurons and remove metabolic debris and toxins that contribute to Alzheimer’s.Ginger, as well as green tea, fatty fish, and blueberries, help keep glial cells safe from damage. One of ginger’s most widely regarded uses is as an anti-inflammatory which makes it popular for arthritis treatment. Chronic inflammation is a contributing factor to seven of top ten leading causes of death, including Alzheimer’s disease. Chronic inflammation of the brain can lead to anxiety, ADHD, brain fog, depression, and memory loss.

Healthier you, eat Ginger everyday. 

Lemon and Ginger

Lemon and Ginger

From being a lovely taste combination to increasing metabolism and burning more calories. Ginger is packed with so many health benefits.

Lets focus a little on why Lemon is good for you.

Lemon has energy boosting properties, immune boosting properties, antioxidant properties and stimulates metabolism. Lemon also is known to increase insulin resistance and reduce the level of fat in the body. Rich in Vitamin C. Lemon improves blood flow to the heart. Helps to reduce blood clots.Lemon is essential to good Heart Health.

Ginger can lessen the symptoms of Nausea,Vomiting and Indigestion. Ginger when eaten can increase satiety and reduce the feeling of hunger. Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and can increase cognitive function.Consuming Ginger Daily reduces the onset of Alzheimer's.

With the change in Weather, if you are the type who is prone to getting sick easily eat some Lemon with Ginger to improve your immunity against colds and flu. If you are concerned about the state of your Liver, eat combination of Lemon and Ginger, This combination increase the function of the Liver thereby keeping your Liver healthy.

Visit your local stockist today to purchase your packet of Sina Sugar Free Lemon Ginger Candy.

Local stockists: Dischem, Food Lovers Markets, Pharmacies, Spar and Health Shops.

Sugar Free Sweetener Maltitol

What is maltitol?

Maltitol is a sugar alcohol. Sugar alcohols are found naturally in some fruits and vegetables. They’re also considered carbohydrates.

Sugar alcohols are typically manufactured rather than being used in their natural form. They’re sweet, but not quite as sweet as sugar, and have almost half the calories. They are usually used in baked goods, candy, and other sweet items. They can also be found in some medications. Besides adding sweetness in place of sugar, maltitol and other sugar alcohols help keep food moist, and help prevent browning.

When you’re checking labels, be aware that maltitol may also be listed as sorbitol or xylitol. It’s sometimes even listed just as sugar alcohol, since it falls under this category.

Benefits of maltitol

Maltitol allows you to get a sweetness that is close to that of sugar, but with not as many calories. For this reason, it can help with weight loss.

It also doesn’t have the unpleasant aftertaste that other sugar substitutes tend to have. This can help you to stick to a lower calorie diet if you are trying to lose weight or manage diabetes.

Another benefit is that maltitol, and other sugar alcohols, don’t cause cavities or tooth decay like sugar and other sweeteners do. This is one reason they are sometimes used in gum, mouthwash, and toothpaste.

Many people are trying to reduce their sugar intake, for reasons such as weight loss and diabetes. Maltitol and other sugar alcohols can be appropriate alternatives.

But it’s important that you discuss eating items containing maltitol with your doctor and dietitian, if you have diabetes. They’ll be able to determine if it’s the best sugar alternative for you. They can also help you figure out the best amount to consume, so that you avoid the unpleasant side effects.

The best thing is to be informed and read labels. Don’t assume that when a product says sugar-free that it’s calorie-free. Depending on the type of sweetener used, it may still have calories and a glycemic index that will affect your weight loss goals or conditions like diabetes.

Maltitol syrup, a hydrogenated starch hydrolysate, is created by hydrogenating corn syrup: a mixture of carbohydrates produced from the hydrolysis of starch; this product contains between 50% and 80% maltitol by weight. The remainder is mostly sorbitol, with a small quantity of other sugar-related substances.

Is maltitol syrup safe for diabetics?

Because it is no longer considered sugar, maltitol can be added to things like candy and other desserts to make them “diabetes friendly.” The makers can claim their product is sugar free. Sugar alcohols are popular because they have no bitter aftertaste like most other artificial sweeteners.

Visit your nearest stockist to purchase a pack of Sugar Free  Ginger Candy today.

Stockist: Dischem , Food Lovers Markets, Pharmacies , Selected Spars and Health Shops. 

A Yummy Idea

When one thinks of giving a present to a friend. A few things come to mind. Will my friend enjoy the gift? Will my friend keep the gift and use it for themselves or will they re-gift. No Joke, this does happen. When it comes to giving chocolates as a gift. Consider the benefit of giving a healthier option.

Ginger Lovers Chocolate contains Dark Chocolate enrobing a Ginger Cube. Ginger is warming with awesome health benefits. The awesome combination of dark chocolate and Ginger compliment each other. Warming to the body and yummy. Perfect gift idea .

Enjoy on its own or share with a friend.

Halaal friendly

Want to visit your local store to find Ginger Lovers Chocolate. Go to any Dischem , Food Lovers Markets, Independant Pharmacy , selected Spars and Healthshops Nationally.

HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER

Ginger has aphrodisiac effect: A natural aphrodisiac, Ginger may be a healthier, natural substitute to Prescription Meds. Drink hot as a herbal tea (by mixing ginger juice, hot water and raw honey) after a not-too-heavy meal.

 

Health benefits of Ginger - Anti-Coagulant

                      Health benefits of Ginger

Ginger is an anti-coagulant: Ginger reduces the stickiness of blood platelets, which in turn reduces your risk of stroke. Add fresh to your cooking or add a teaspoonful of young ginger juice in your beverages to enjoy the anticoagulant properties.